Tool Shed TSBM User manual

MEAT CUTTING BANDSAW
TSBM
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PRODUCT DETAILS
PRODUCT
MODEL NO.
Meat Cutting Bandsaw
TSBM
D
ISTRIBUTED BY
NOTE:
This manual is only for your reference. Due to the continuous improvement of the ToolShed
products, changes may be made at any time without obligation or notice.
WARRANTY
This product may be covered under the ToolShed warranty. For more information see our Terms
& Conditions at www.thetoolshed.co.nz

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C O N T E N T S:
Product Details ....................................................................................................................................... 2
Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Identification ....................................................................................................................................... 4
Important Information ........................................................................................................................... 5
General Safety Guidelines ................................................................................................................... 5
Service ............................................................................................................................................. 6
Additional Safety ........................................................................................................................... 7
Before Each Use ............................................................................................................................ 7
Assembly ................................................................................................................................................. 8
Adjustments ......................................................................................................................................... 12
Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 13
Parts List ............................................................................................................................................... 14

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SPECIFICATIONS
Max. cutting width 245mm
Max. cutting depth 240mm
Wheel diameter 250mm
Band length 2085mm
Motor size 550w
Voltage
230v
Size
1500mm H x
610mm W x 550mm D
Table size
600mm W x 465mm D
Table height
865mm
Net weight
52kg
IDENTIFICATION
1. Blade guard
2. Upper blade guard
3. Long adjustable fence
4. Short adjustable fence
5. Sliding table
6. On/Off switch
7. 2 of 3 interchangeable knives
8. Sausage filler
9. Meat packer
10. Meat grinder
11. Meat grinder collar
12. Meat grinder lock bolt/nut
13. Upper blade guide assembly

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY GUIDELINES
WARNING READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow
instructions and warnings could lead to serious injury, electric shock, or fire. Save ALL warnings
and instructions for future reference.
WORK AREA SAFETY
- Ensure that your work area is kept well-lit and clean. Lack of visibility and clutter greatly
increase the risk of accident.
- Keep bystanders and children clear when operating machinery. They can cause distraction
or risk injury themselves.
- Ensure you are not operating the machine in the presence of flammable gases, dust,
liquids, or anything that creates an explosive atmosphere. Machinery can create sparks
which can lead to ignition in these environments.
PERSONAL SAFETY
- Always wear personal protective equipment. Eye protection, ear protection, dust masks
and other protective equipment will help to reduce the risk of personal injury.
- Dress appropriately. Do NOT wear jewellery or loose clothing that can get caught in
moving parts. Keep hair, loose clothing, jewellery, and anything else that could be of risk
away from moving parts or they could be caught.
- Always remain alert and do NOT operate the machine under the influences of any
substances (drugs, medication, alcohol). Losing focus could lead to injury while operating
machinery.
- Always keep proper footing and balance. Overreaching can lead to slipping and falling
which can result in injury.
- Ensure the power switch is in the off position before connecting any battery or power
source to the machine. This can lead to accidents as machinery can fire suddenly when it is
not expected and lead to accident.
- Use all provided dust collection and extraction attachments if included. This with the use
of dust masks can help keep you safe from dust and keep your work site clear while working.
- Ensure loose parts such as wrench or adjusting key are removed before starting the
machinery. Failure to remove these can result in serious injury.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
- Do NOT use the machine in raining conditions or wet areas where the machinery could get
wet. Water in the machine can lead to electric shock.
- Only use the power tool or machinery when the plug correctly matches the power outlet.
Modifying plugs greatly increases the risk of electric shock.
- Keep the power cord away from anything that could damage it such as sharp edges,
moving parts, or heat. A damaged power cord increases the risk of electric shock.
- Only operate outdoors with the use of an outdoor extension lead. Not all extension leads
are suited to outdoor use and using one which is not can greatly increase the risk of electric
shock.

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- Avoid body contact with grounded or earthed surfaces. Surfaces such as radiators, ranges,
pipes, and refrigerators can increase risk of electric shock due to your body being earthed or
grounded.
MACHINERY USE AND CARE
- Use the correct tool for the job. Forcing a tool to do a job it was not designed for increases
the risk of accident or injury.
- Disconnect machinery from power or remove batteries before storing machinery or
making any changes or adjustments to them. This reduces or removes the risk of machinery
accidentally firing which can help prevent injury or accident.
- Check the machine for damage or any condition that could affect the way the machine
works. An unrepaired machine can lead to accident and injury. Only have your meat band
saw repaired with genuine parts from The ToolShed.
- Only use the machinery with genuine parts or accessories that are designed to be used
with the power tool and machinery. Failure to do so could result in accident or injury or
damage your machinery.
- Store your machine out of reach of children and away from untrained personnel when not
in use. Use by somebody untrained or a child could lead to accident or serious injury.
SERVICE
- Have your machinery serviced with ToolShed replacement parts. This will ensure that the
safety of the machine is maintained.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY FOR MEAT CUTTING BAND SAW
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your bandsaw works. Read
and understand the following safety rules before operating.
1. Adjust the upper guide to just clear the workpiece.
2. Make sure the blade is properly adjusted and tensioned before operating.
3. DO NOT remove small, jammed pieces until the blade has completely stopped.
4. Hold item to cut firmly against the table.
5. Turn the machine off if the piece to cut is to be backed out of an uncompleted cut.
6. DO NOT operate this bandsaw using a dull or worn blade.
7. After cutting meat, always sanitize and clean all exposed parts.
BEFORE EACH USE
Inspect your bandsaw.
1. To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, turn the switch off and unplug the
bandsaw before changing the set-up, removing covers, guards, or the blade.
2. Check the alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, bandsaw
stability and any other conditions that may affect the way the bandsaw works.
3. If any part is missing, bent or broken in any way, or if any electrical parts do not work
properly, turn the bandsaw off and unplug the saw. Replace damaged or missing parts
before using the bandsaw again.
4. Make sure the blade teeth point downward, towards the table.
5. Make sure the blade guides are properly adjusted.
6. Make sure blade tension is properly adjusted.
7. To reduce the risk of accidental blade contact, minimize blade breakage, and provide
maximum blade support, always adjust the upper blade guide, and blade guard to just clear
the workpiece.
8. Before starting your cut, watch the saw while it runs. If it makes an unfamiliar noise or
vibrates a lot, stop immediately. Turn the saw off and unplug. Do not restart until you have
found and corrected the problem.
9. Let the blade reach full speed before cutting.
CONNECT SWTICH TO MOTOR
The switch has been prewired at the factory to make connection easier. Connect the plugs to each
other during the assembly stage.

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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLING STAND
All parts of the stand, except for the rubber feet, get assembled using
carriage bolts, washers, and hex nuts. Attach the stand sides (Fig.4) (A) to
the stand top (B). Make sure the switch opening in the stand side is on the
same side as the V-belt opening in the stand top. Then, assemble the side
braces (C) to the stand sides (A). Do not completely tighten the hex nuts at
this time.
Rubber Feet – Place the 4 rubber feet brackets (Fig.5) (A) on the stand
corners, then install the rubber feet (B) using hex bolts and hex nuts.
Motor Mount – Assemble the motor mount bracket (Fig.5) (C) to the stand.
Fix one end to the stand top and the other end opposite the side brace.
Now the stand is completely assembled, turn it over on its feet and tighten
all the hex nuts.
Motor – Assemble the motor (Fig.6) (A) to the motor mount bracket (B).
Make sure the motor pulley is aligned with the V-belt opening in the stand
top. Fix the motor to the motor mount bracket using hex bolts, spring
washers and hex nuts (C). Do not completely tighten the hex nuts at this
time.
ASSEMBLING SWITCH AND POWER CORD
It is necessary to install the switch, switch cover, strain relief and power
cord to the stand. First place the switch (Fig.7) (A) into the switch opening
in the stand and secure it in place using pan head screws, washers,
star washers and hex nuts.
Now the strain relief (B) and the power cord (C) get installed to the
side of the stand, next to the switch. Undo the strain relief nut, insert
the strain relief into the opening in the stand and thread the nut onto
the back side of the strain relief. Insert the power cord wires through
the strain relief. Make sure the wires reach the switch and the ground
and tighten strain relief nut.
The last step is to pass the power cord wires and the motor
cord wires through the 2 openings in the switch cover (D).
Now connect the wires as illustrated in Fig.3. Once this is
done, fix the switch over in place using panhead screws,
washers, and hex nuts.

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INSTALLING BANDSAW ON STAND
Place the bandsaw base (Fig.8) (A) onto the top of the stand (B) and line up the stand and
base corner mounting holes. From the inside of the stand, fix the bandsaw base to the
stand using hex bolts.
INSTALLING V-BELT
Before installing the V-belt, it is important to make sure that the motor
pulley (Fig.9) (A) is aligned with the upper pulley. If an adjustment is
necessary, loosen set screw (B) which secures the motor pulley, adjust the
motor pulley so it is in line with the upper pulley and retighten set screw.
To install the V-belt (Fig.9) (C) loosen the motor mount bolts (Fig.6) (C) and
raise up the motor. Fit the V-belt around the motor pulley and the upper
pulley. Release the motor and apply light downward pressure to tension
the belt - there should be approximately 1/4” deflection in the V-belt.
Retighten the motor mount bolts.
INSTALLING STAND SIDE COVERS
Install the 2 stand side covers (Fig.10) (A) to the stand. Make sure that all
locking tabs (B) are screwed into the side covers. Position the side covers
inside the stand openings and secure them in place by turning the locking
tabs over the edges of the stand as shown in (Fig.10).
INSTALLING SLIDING TABLE
This meat bandsaw comes with a sliding table (Fig.11) (A). The sliding
table has 2 sliding rails underneath it. Align these rails with the table
rollers (Fig.12) (A) and slide the table towards the blade (make sure
you slide the slotted end of the table towards the blade first). To
prevent the table from sliding off the base, install the table bracket
(Fig.11) (B) to the slotted end of the table using cap screws (Fig.11)
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ADJUSTING SLIDING TABLE
Adjusting the sliding table may take some trial and error. It is
important that the table slides correctly and that the blade
does not make contact with the table. The position of the
adjustable table rollers (Fig.12) (A) can be adjusted inwards or
outwards. To adjust a table roller position, loosen cap screw
(B), adjust the table roller position, and retighten cap screw.
Check your adjustment and repeat if necessary.
INSTALLING FENCES
For safety reasons, it is recommended to support any piece of
meat with a fence. To install the short (Fig.13) (A) and long (B)
fences to the table, first install the fence brackets (C) using cap
screws. Insert the fence shafts (D) into each fence and secure
them with cap screws. Finally, insert the fence shafts into the
fence brackets and secure them with lock knobs (E).
INSTALLING MEAT GRINDER
IMPORTANT: Before installing and using the meat grinder, it
must be cleaned and sanitized. If you use this bandsaw to cut
meat, it is recommended to remove the meat grinder from the
saw.
Position the meat grinder (Fig.14B) (A) onto the meat grinder
hub and secure it in place with the lock bolt and nut (B).
The meat grinder comes with a sausage filler (Fig.14A) (A). To
install the sausage filler, undo the meat grinder collar (B), and
position the sausage filler between the round knife (Fig.14B) (C)
and the collar, reposition and tighten the meat grinder collar.

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ADJUSTMENTS
ADJUSTING BLADE GUARD
The blade guard (Fig.15) (A) protects the operator from
accidental contact with the blade. The blade guard lock
knob (B) sets the height of the blade guard and blade
guides (C). Always keep the blade guide assembly 1” away
from the top of your piece of meat.
ADJUSTING UPPER AND LOWER BLADE GUIDES
The upper and lower blade guides support the blade
and prevent side-to-side movements during cuts.
Upper Blade Guides – The upper blade guide assembly
(Fig.16) (A) has 2 guide blocks (B). These guide blocks
should be adjusted to 0.004” away from the blade using
a feeler gauge. To adjust blade guide blocks, loosen cap
screws (C), adjust guide blocks, and retighten cap
screws. Always keep the blade guides 1” away from the
top of your piece of meat.
Lower Blade Guides - The lower blade guide assembly
(Fig.17) (A) underneath the table has 2 guide plates (B).
These guide plates should be adjusted to 0.004” away
from the blade using a feeler gauge. To adjust blade
guide plates, loosen cap screws (C), adjust guide plates,
and retighten cap screws.

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ADJUSTING BLADE TENSION
To prevent the blade from falling off the wheel during operation, the
blade must be properly tensioned.
DISCONNECT POWER CORD FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE
TENSIONNING BLADE.
To tension blade, remove the upper wheel cover and then turn the
tension hex nut (Fig.18) (A) clockwise to increase blade tension or
counterclockwise to decrease blade tension. Proper tension is
obtained once there is a ¼” deflection in the blade when moderate
finger pressure is applied.
ADJUSTING BLADE TRACKING
The blade must be properly centered on the wheels. Remove the
upper wheel cover. The blade tracking is controlled by the
position of the cap screw (Fig.19) (B) and hex nut (A).
Make sure the blade is installed and tensioned properly. Loosen
hex nut (A) and then adjust the cap screw (B). Tightening the cap
screw will make the blade run towards the back of the upper
wheel and loosening the cap screw will make the blade run
towards the front of the upper wheel.
Make your adjustment by turning the upper wheel by hand and
check to see how the blade is tracking, adjust until necessary.
INSTALLING / CHANGING BLADE
DISCONNECT THE MACHINE FROM THE POWER SOURCE
To gain access to the blade and remove it, the upper wheel cover, entire
table assembly, V-belt, blade guard and both stainless steel guards
(Fig.20) (A&B) must be removed from the meat bandsaw. Move the
blade guide blocks and guide plates away from the blade so it is easier to
remove and/or install the blade. Release the blade tension by turning the
hex nut (Fig.18) (A) counterclockwise.
Remove the blade from the blade wheels (it is recommended to wear
gloves when handling any blade). Position the new blade around the
wheels, make sure the teeth face the front of the saw and that they point
downwards.
Tension the blade, make sure the blade is tracking properly, and
reassemble all the parts removed previously.

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OPERATION
TURNING MEAT BANDSAW ON/OFF
Once all assembly and adjustment steps are completed, the meat bandsaw is ready for use. Connect
the power cord to a power source. Make sure the power source matches the specifications indicated
on the machine nameplate. To turn the machine on, place the switch to “On” and to turn it off, place
the switch to “Off”.
CUTTING MEAT
This bandsaw is designed to cut fresh meat and most frozen meat. Using the fences to guide your
piece of meat is recommended. The long side fence is used to set the thickness of your cut, allowing
you to cut multiple slices of the same thickness. The short fence is used to support the piece of meat
during the cut. Set up your cut on the table by adjusting the fence positions. Once this is done, turn
the machine ON and slowly push the sliding table towards the blade. This bandsaw can also cut
through any bone, but it is important to feed the bone very slowly – if the motor slows down during
the cut, stop immediately.
GRINDING MEAT
Before using the meat grinder, make sure that all meat grinder parts are cleaned and sanitized
before use. For safety reasons, when using the meat grinder, set the blade guard to its lowest point
to avoid accidental contact with the turning blade. This bandsaw includes 3 interchangeable round
knives, all with different hole sizes. Choose the appropriate round knife
and install it. Prepare a container to catch the ground meat and turn the
machine ON. Place small pieces of meat into the meat grinder and use the
supplied meat packer to help push the meat into the spinning auger. DO
NOT overload. If you wish to make sausages, simply install the sausage
filler between the round knife and the meat grinder collar. After using the
meat grinder, all parts must be disassembled, cleaned, and sanitized
before storing.
DO NOT keep the meat grinder installed on the machine when not in use.
CLEANING AND SANITATION
Warning: Bacteria from raw meat can be linked to illness and even death. It is extremely important
to keep your meat bandsaw properly cleaned and sanitized. Once your meat cutting operation is
finished, unplug the power cord from the power source. The meat bandsaw must now be cleaned.
Remove the sliding table, guards, fences, meat grinder assembly and accessories and shown in
(Fig.21). Remove the upper wheel cover and open the base cabinet door, remove the V-belt, and
then remove the blade.
All parts exposed to meat during use must be sanitized after every use. If you have a dishwasher, use
it to sanitize parts that will fit. Otherwise, commercial food grade chemical sanitizers or bleach will
do the job. Before sanitizing, rinse all parts to remove any leftover meat particles. Place them in hot
soapy water and scrub them thoroughly. Rinse all parts to avoid soapy water residue – now all the
parts are ready for sanitization.
Read and follow the sanitizer instructions – some sanitizers require direct application while others
require them to be diluted with water.
MAINTENANCE
Table and blade – Apply a thin coat of food grade lubricant designed for protecting food processing
machinery.
Meat grinder – DO NOT lubricate the meat grinder, meat will lubricate the grinder during use.

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